It is officially autumn, and while there may be some sadness at waving goodbye to bikinis, balmy evenings and cocktails on the beach, there is one part of the chillier season that we look forward to: the footwear. Time to pack the sandals away and delve into a brand-new season of desirable designs, from boots to sneakers.
By Sascha Camilli: writer, speaker, activist, and vegan fashion expert.
A good shoe wardrobe is an autumn essential – it is, after all, shoes who are the unsung heroes of this season. Withstanding rain but without being overwhelmingly warm, autumn shoes are the difference between an acceptable outfit and a perfect one. Here are our favourites from this season's vegan and sustainable collections.
A classic design, the loafer seamlessly takes any wardrobe from summer to autumn. Accessorised with fishnet stockings or crisp white socks,
this sustainable design in grain-derived vegan leather is the trans-seasonal solution for early-autumn elegance.
The ankle boot is one of those essential items that deserves a spot in every shoe collection - its versatility is second to none. A good ankle boot, like
this sleek style from NAE Vegan Shoes, is the perfect day-to-night item and can be teamed with jeans and a casual knit as easily as it can be paired with a dressier after-dark ensemble.
Knee-high boots have been trending for a couple of seasons, and with good reason - it's never been easier to inject seductive appeal to a relaxed knit dress or a structured mini skirt.
Prologue's design comes in an autumnal burgundy hue that will offset black and complement earthy tones beautifully.
Add instant attitude to a casual look with a sleek take on a cowboy boot with
Bohema's black boot in vegan leather made from corn. Wear with a romantic dress for the ultimate in boho chic or toughen up with a biker jacket for an edgier finish.
It wouldn't be a shoe edit without a classic sneaker.
This design from Bahè is the ideal daytime combo between comfort and cool - its streamlined silhouette and forest-green shade lends an athleisure touch to a slouchy suit or finishes off a maxi dress and faux-leather jacket outfit for autumnal off-duty chic.
Dazzle in new-season metallics with
these Western-inspired mules from PREV. Made from durable and eco-friendly apple leather, this shiny style will glam up a laid-back day dress or add shimmer to wide-leg trousers and a cool top.
Dress up your look in soft, luxurious velvet with
Bikkou's glamorous evening staple. Add an LBD and a more demure clutch bag, throw on some sustainably made jewellery and you're ready for date night.
By Sascha Camilli
About Sascha
Sascha Camilli is a vegan fashion writer, speaker and activist. Her book Vegan Style is out now on Murdoch Books. For more about Sascha, you can read our interview with her or read her newsletter Kind of Wild. You can also follow her on Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.
Cover image by A Perfect Jane
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